It is always recommended to engage the assistance of a park guard or a local guide. These services will allow you to benefit from their knowledge and the well-known hospitality of the local population.

Hiring the services of an experienced tour operator is an option to be considered seriously, given that accommodation for tourists is minimal in natural protected areas.

On the Coastal Plain ...
Dry and arid, there are however frequent showers and fog from April to October. Nights are cold. Summer months (December to March) are the perfect season for traveling on the coastal strip. Sun block and water must be kept handy at all times.

In the Mountains...
Rainy from November to March, travel is recommended from April to October. Sun block and warm clothes are essential. Altitude sickness hits above 2,500 meters. Precautions include resting upon arrival, drinking p lenty of liquid and avoiding heavy meals.

In the Jungle...
Rainy from November to March, the best time to visit is from April to October. Always carry insect repellent, a raincoat and sun block. Long sleeved shirts and pants will help to prevent insect bites. Yellow fever vaccines are compulsory. Also recommended are vaccines against malaria, tetanus and hepatitis A and B.